The screams of revving engines, the shrill sound of tires screeching on asphalt. Banal, the soundtrack of this classic action movie scene, however, takes on a new dimension treated with Dolby Atmos technology.
This technology, inspired by the world of cinema, allows you to enjoy a more immersive sound experience that was previously only possible by going to a dark room or, for music lovers, a concert hall. In fact, this audio format provides a three-dimensional sound projection that gives you better sound immersion.
If you are looking for a device that will give you the feeling of being in the front row of a concert or right in the heart of your favorite adventure movie, consider our selection of products.
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sonos was 300
The Sonos Era 300 He has serious assets to seduce. Available in two colors (black and white), the device has an unconventional design and quite imposing for a single speaker (26 cm wide by 16 cm high and 18.5 cm deep, 4.5 kg). It offers stereo sound and is compatible with Dolby Atmos for greater immersion. The wireless speaker features six speakers for powerful, warm, and even spatial sound reproduction, even for titles not mixed in Dolby Atmos. The TruePlay function allows, depending on its position in a room and its characteristics, to adjust the acoustics of the sound emission.
The advantage of the Era 300 is also the presence of the Bluetooth connection that allows you to stream music without having to download the Sonos 2 application (Android iOS) or connect to Wi-Fi. Ideal for passing guests. The setup is quite simple and fast. The speaker also incorporates a microphone and can therefore be controlled by voice viaAmazon-Alexa o Sonos Voice Control, the domestic voice assistant.
You also have the option of combining it with another Era 300 speaker, or with another Sonos sound bar compatible for a wider sound spectrum or to set up a home theater system. Please note that Dolby Atmos is only taken into account if the speaker is connected via Wi-Fi and goes through the app.
> Read our Sonos Era 300 review
Sonos Bean (Gen 2)
To complete a Sonos ecosystem in Dolby Atmos, the Sonos Beam (Gen 2) is a soundbar with a compact format (65 cm long, 10 cm wide, 6.9 cm high) and a minimalist design. It offers a powerful, rich and balanced sound in three dimensions. Voices are clear and the audio is immersive.
Easy to use, the Sonos S2 mobile app lets you set up in minutes and access advanced features. It is possible to activate a voice assistant (Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa) to place commands orally, launch music from streaming services such as Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music or the Sonos radios that are offered, or to control connected objects. On the connector side, the Beam Gen 2 has a single HDMI eARC port.
HomePod (2023)
This new iteration of the HomePod aims to offer an experience at the heart of sound thanks to its compatibility with Dolby Atmos. The connected speaker offers quality 360-degree audio playback: sound is rich, accurate, and effective for content that supports this technology.
Available in black or white, the device has a nice but rather massive design. Easy to set up, just plug in HomePod and pop out your iPhone or iPad for it to discover. The device takes care of sound settings by scanning its surroundings to adjust its sound.
Additionally, the HomePod has several welcome features. You can control your home with Siri (turn on the lights, close the blinds, etc.) and the device also offers an intercom feature to notify family members on compatible devices (iPhone, iPad, etc.). Please note that the HomePod does not work on Android and can only be used with an iPhone or iPad.
> Read our HomePod (2023) test
AirPods Pro 2
Already very good in its first version, the AirPods Pro 2 rises a little further with the new version that further advances the sound, with impressive spatial audio thanks to its compatibility with the Dolby Atmos format and dynamic head tracking. movements while listening. In fact, the sound, detailed, dynamic and warm, spreads widely either in width, height or depth.
Boasting a sleek, classic design, these wireless headphones also include useful features like highly effective active noise reduction and a transparency mode (for listening to music without being cut off from the outside) of the same kind. They also have good ergonomics. They are easy to put on and remain enjoyable even after several hours of listening.
In addition, the AirPods Pro 2 offer quite satisfactory autonomy (6 hours per earphone, 30 hours total) with a compact charging case capable of providing around four charges, wired or wireless. And to this is added a system to find the case or headphones from the iPhone.
> Read the Apple AirPods Pro 2 review
Polk MagniFI mini AX
With its lines with rounded edges and its well-achieved finishes, the Polk MagniFi Mini AX is a quality soundbar in an ultra-compact format. A feature that allows it to take up little space in your living room, but that does not prevent it from offering powerful and wide sound reproduction thanks to its DTS:X and Dolby Atmos certified surround sound to delight music and movie lovers.
Polk MagniFi Mini AX lets you enjoy a full spectrum of audio, deep bass and clear vocals, thanks in particular to VoiceAdjust, an integrated voice clarification technology. The sound bar is easy to install: the connection of the subwoofer and the bar is made by clicking the “Connect” button located on the back of each device. No other manipulation should be done.
In terms of connectivity, the Polk MagniFi Mini AX has an HDMI eARC input, an optical digital input, and an analog input on a 3.5mm mini jack connector. Bluetooth enabled for streaming from any compatible device, the device also gives you access to millions of songs and podcasts if you stream over Wi-Fi, via Apple AirPlay 2, Chromecast or Spotify Connect.
TCL 50P638
The TCL 50P638 TV is probably one of the best value for money for anyone looking for a Dolby Atmos compatible TV. This device has two compatible 10W speakers capable of offering effective spatialization. The delivered, wide, powerful and precise sound is capable of enveloping you in a bubble of sound.
The 50P638 is equipped with a 50-inch screen, ideal for comfortably enjoying your multimedia content. Rather fluid, it offers 4K HDR resolution for a satisfying visual experience by displaying a high contrast ratio and faithfully reproduced colors.
This TV is also Wi-Fi and Bluetooth enabled, and is compatible with Google Assistant, Alexa, and most streaming platforms (Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime, Apple-TV+).
Boasting an understated design, the Echo Studio is a rather imposing connected speaker (3.5kg, 20cm in diameter), with support for 3D audio (spatial sound and Ultra HD) and Dolby Atmos. The sound quality displayed by the device is very satisfactory: the sound of the broadcast brings spaciousness and verticality, the bass is deep, and the voices are clear.
Setting up the speaker is a breeze – just plug it in and open the Alexa app to add it to your home network. The Echo Studio is in charge of configuring the acoustics of the room itself, continuously studying the layout of the premises to optimize listening.
For connectivity, the Echo Studio offers a micro-USB port and a 3.5mm mini-optical jack. The device supports Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and ZigBee and can also be controlled by voice with Amazon Alexa. And you can also intercom with other Alexa-enabled devices to call each other from product to product. Great value for the price.
Source: BFM TV
